Fall 2026 Guaranteed Admissions
WWU now offers two pathways for eligible Washington high school seniors to be guaranteed admission. We're excited to help you take the next step toward becoming part of the Western community.
About Guaranteed Admission at WWU
There are two pathways to guaranteed admission at Western Washington University for first-year students attending high school in Washington State.
The Western Guaranteed Admission is available to students attending high schools in Island, San Juan, Snohomish, Skagit, and Whatcom counties.
The Washington Guaranteed Admissions Program (WAGAP) is for students in participating high schools across Washington State.
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Western Guaranteed Admission
Students graduating from high schools in Northwestern Washington are directly admitted to WWU if they meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have a 2.75 GPA or higher
- Complete standard WA state high school graduation requirements
- Attend a high school in:
- Island County
- San Juan County
- Snohomish County
- Skagit County
- Whatcom County
Preliminary Eligibility Notifications have been sent!
Western Guaranteed Admission letters were sent to eligible students' high school or personal email on December 11, 2025. Please check your email — including your spam or junk folder — to complete the next step.
If you meet the eligibility requirements listed above but did not receive an email, contact Admissions at admissions.counselors@wwu.edu if you have any questions.
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Washington Guaranteed Admissions Program (WAGAP)
Students graduating from a participating WAGAP school district are directly admitted to WWU if they meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Complete the College Academic Distribution Requirements (CADRs) by the time they graduate high school
Attend a WAGAP partner school
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Not Eligible for Either Program?
We welcome applications from students attending schools that are not part of the guaranteed admission programming.
The Washington College Grant Can Cover Your Tuition
The Washington College Grant can cover all or part of tuition at Western Washington University for eligible Washington residents, making a high-quality WWU education more accessible and affordable without repayment. Visit our Admissions website to learn more about financial aid.
Questions About Admissions?
Get personal advice on how to schedule a campus visit and help deciding whether Western is the best fit for you. Connect with your admissions counselor for assistance every step of the way.